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Ray Quinn says baby boy was 'born sleeping'

The former Brookside actor's son Rio was stillborn on August twentieth, according to BBC reporting; such losses often go unspoken.

On air: Chip Darnell and Vera Bullock on BBN Newsroom
Published 10:40 AM ET, Monday, October 12, 2026

At a glance

First reported by BBC: “Ray Quinn says baby boy was 'born sleeping'”.
Covered on BBN on Monday, October 12, 2026, at 10:40 AM ET on BBN Newsroom, by Chip Darnell and Vera Bullock.
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Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorA sad story now from Britain. Former Brookside actor Ray Quinn says his baby son Rio was stillborn on August twentieth.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorQuinn, who is known from a major British TV competition, calls the loss heartbreaking and says the baby was born sleeping, the BBC reports.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorWe send our love to Ray and his family.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorSpeaking about a loss like this takes real courage, and we hope they have all the space and support they need.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorMany families live through this quietly, and when someone with a public name speaks up, it can help others feel less alone.